Alignment

1. Open boot lid.
2. Disconnect the wiring harness connectors from the licence plate lights, and lock switch.
3. Apply protective covering to boot lid edges and rear wings and bodywork.
4. Slacken the bolts securing the boot lid to hinges.
5. Support the boot lid using an assistant and remove the bolts.
6. Lift the boot lid clear of the vehicle.

Note: Before pulling out the wire harness, tie a string to the end of it so you can pull it back in when the boot lid is reinstalled.

7. Installation is the reverse of the removal procedure.

Note:

• Make sure the connectors are connected properly.
• Make sure the boot lid locks securely.
• Make sure the boot lid opens properly.
• Align the boot lid.

Alignment

1. Adjust the boot lid fit to the boot lid opening by moving the striker.
2. Turn the boot lid edge cushions as necessary, to make the boot lid fit flush with the body at the rear and side edges.
3. The boot lid hinges can be adjusted fore and aft by using the elongated holes.

Torsion bar adjustment

76M1205

Note:

• Adjust the torsion bars fore or aft with the torsion bar assembly tool as shown.
• White circle at position 'C' indicates normal position
• Black circle at position 'D' indicates higher tension